on the basis of — using something as a foundation or reason for making a decision or forming an opinion
Part of speech: PREPOSITION
Definition: using something as a foundation or reason for making a decision or forming an opinion
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɑːn ðə ˈbeɪsɪs ʌv/
Example Sentences
- The chef was hired on the basis of his ability to make perfect ramyeon.
- Students are evaluated on the basis of their academic performance.
- On the basis of weather forecast, we decided to cancel the picnic.
on the basis of
PREPOSITION[/ɑːn ðə ˈbeɪsɪs ʌv/]
using something as a foundation or reason for making a decision or forming an opinion
The judge ruled on the basis of the new evidence found yesterday.
Matching cases to their basis, building justice piece by piece
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The phrase derives from Latin 'basis' (foundation, base), which originated from Greek 'basis' (step, foundation). The term metaphorically extended from the literal foundation of a building to mean the underlying ground, reason, or principle upon which decisions or conclusions are made.
Breakdown
basis (foundation, base) + of (possessive particle) + the = on the foundation/ground of; literally "upon the basis of."
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The chef was hired on the basis of his ability to make perfect ramyeon.”
“Students are evaluated on the basis of their academic performance.”
“On the basis of weather forecast, we decided to cancel the picnic.”
“The company makes decisions on the basis of customer feedback and coffee consumption levels.”
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